It's All in the Details - 60's style

The key to a great look is all in the details as you can see in the photos below from the 60's style shoot I recently worked on.  Accessories add texture, color, and interest.  Note: These photos have been cropped (by me) from original photos by Lindsey Lissau.  For the actual photos, please check my previous 3 posts.    



Don't Forget the Details and Accessories

Simple details can really make a difference in the "wow" factor of your outfit.  Here are a few detail and accessory photos from some shoots I have styled.   

Gorgeous Lace Blouse Detail

Cutout Belt, Brushed Buttons, and Textured Top

Beaded Hippie Statement Necklace

Lace Sleeve Insets

Vintage Crystal and Bead Necklace

Floral Ruffled Skirt and Suede Cutout Platforms

It's All in the Details and Accessories

Clothes are clothes.  What makes a great outfit is attention to details and accessories.  Here are a few examples from a couple of my photo shoots.

Love the hat!

Hippie Style Accessories

Some of the most popular posts on my blog are the hippie inspiration photos.  So I'm always on the lookout for anything boho style.  On the historic town square of Collierville, Tennessee is a charming florist and gift shop called C.J. Lilly and Company.  There I found the cutest "hippie" accessories among all their other lovely items.  Here are a few of my favorites for rockin' the 60's look.

You can visit C.J. Lilly and Company at 128 Mulburry Street, Collierville, TN or at  www.cjlillyflowers.com 

Little Black Dress - Work to Evening

Here are a few photos from a shoot I did several years ago using a little black dress.  Simple minor accessory changes take it from work to evening. 

This is perfect for work with a great vintage gold belt.  Add a smart jacket and you are all business.



Quick change artist...lose the belt and add a rhinestone brooch and bracelet.  You are ready for a nice dinner, the theater, or whatever.  Keep your classic pumps or exchange them for some strappy metallic sandals.

This little black dress came from Shabby Apple.  Unfortunately, they no longer carry it.  However, you can find the same "Classic Ashley"  dress at http://www.jenclothing.com/ and http://www.stopstaringclothing.com/  Beware...this is a very form fitting dress!  I don't suggest this particular style dress for a curvy woman.  Try something slightly A-line instead. 

FYI on dressing for the workplace... Make sure your little black dress is loose enough and long enough to be office appropriate.  There should be absolutely no visible cleavage.  And if your little black dress doesn't have sleeves, plan to wear a jacket at work.  (When it is appropriate for men to go to work sleeveless, then women can too.  Being sleeveless at the office is a real "authority" killer!) 

Photos by Dirk Olsen.   

 

Hip Fashion Stylist at Etsy - My New Vintage Clothing Boutique

I've been wanting to open an online vintage boutique for a while now.  I FINALLY did it!  Hip Fashion Stylist at Etsy sells vintage clothing items and accessories for women.  Some items in the boutique are from my own personal collection.  Others are pieces I have used in photo shoots.  Below are a few things I have listed or will be listing in the near future.  I hope you will come by and browse. http://www.etsy.com/shop/hipfashionstylist    Or see the Shop Hip Fashion Stylist Etsy button on my blog main page.  What vintage items do you like to shop for...dresses, skirts, blouses, accessories, etc.?

This dress was used in a photo shoot I did.  See blog post "Beautiful Vintage"